Wilkins Chimney Sweep

All Franchisees will be required to complete a full business plan irrespective of their intention to borrow funds. Since pricing is set locally and some franchisees may have loans to finance, the earning potential differs according the area - however the average PROFIT int he first year is £20,400 and increases year on year. Depending on whether (and when) the franchisee takes a second person on this profit can increase to £50K+

Wilkins Chimney Sweep began trading in 1895 in Newbury. In 1998 the current managing Director, Peter Harris, bought the business and grew it to a successful West Berkshire based territory. IN 2010 he and his wife, Louise, took the business to the next level and their first franchisees started in 2011.

The business now has 13 franchisees based from Whitley Bay in the North to Worthing in the South. Along the way the business has picked up awards for their franchising standards, marketing support and their franchsiees have been finalists and winners int he bfa Franchisee of the Year awards.

We're looking to significantly increase our franchisee numbers in 2018 and be able to service more customers throughout the UK.

Franchisees do not need any sweeping experience! They must have an aptitude for business, be willing and able to work physically hard, able to drive and be personable. Of particular importance is that they will have to follow a model as prescribed in the oeprations manual. Our franchisees have come from a number of different backgrounds including the police, telecoms sales, financial services and hospitality! All of them appreciate the value of choosing their own work - life blend and building a business working in people's homes delivering this important, annual safety service.